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Mechanics of A Thin-Walled Torus Snap Fit
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: Received: 8 November 2023 / Approved: 9 November 2023 / Online: 9 November 2023 (07:20:34 CET)
How to cite: Guo, X.; Sun, B. Mechanics of A Thin-Walled Torus Snap Fit. Preprints 2023, 2023110599. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202311.0599.v1 Guo, X.; Sun, B. Mechanics of A Thin-Walled Torus Snap Fit. Preprints 2023, 2023110599. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202311.0599.v1
Abstract
Snap-fit is a commonly used jointing/connention mechanism, and its easy installation and difficult removal are the result of the coordinated interaction between friction, geometric shape, and elasticity. This paper presents a detailed study on the assembly/disassembly forces of thin-walled torus snap-fit through finite element simulation, experimental testing, and data fitting of approximate analytical solutions. The research reveals that the non-zero Gaussian curvature of the torus has a significant impact on the mechanical performance of the torus snap fit. The findings in this study are of great significance for future design of high-performance structural connections.
Keywords
torus; snap fit; elasticity; friction; Gauss curvature
Subject
Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
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